21 Jul 1948
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1948
Page
1
Disjointed notes discuss pressure to leave Berlin, shifting loyalties, and political disarray. The fragment references Truman, present vs past living, and public amenities, with scattered remarks on postwar politics and local life.
The Second District race draws discussion over a personal matter between the congressman and a former friend. Critics allege political manipulation by labor elements and Drew Pearson’s alleged smear. The piece suggests court resolution may be best if details prove defamatory.
A political piece argues for sustained Southern unity to defend state rights against federal interference. It criticizes Governor Thurmond and Governor Fielding Wright as symbols of radical Southern resolve, cautions about rising racial tensions in cities, and predicts a test of regional solidarity shaping the South’s political stance.
Analysis argues Georgia posted a 4.5 million surplus while the nation nears an eight billion excess. Calls rise for 40 million more for school expansion as federal tax relief stalls. Politicians debate spending growth, tax burdens on corporations and individuals, and the perils of rising prices ahead of an election.
A column warns the Berlin crisis deepens, urging readiness without isolationism. It argues the U S must lead, defend itself if war comes, and faces dangers from aggressive nations including Russia, with reference to air power and atomic warfare.
A detailed airwave timetable lists programs from sign on at 6 30 through sign off with news weather music sports and guests. Highlights include Bing Crosby interview at 10 15 Paramount, Georgia Market Review at 11 55 and Sagebrush Cowboys at 4 00. The lineup spans morning to evening with multiple music shows and variety features.
Miss Wessie Connell of the Cairo Public Library returned from a state library workers conference at the Georgia State College for Women Milledgeville where a policy for expanding library facilities for the state board of education was worked out. She represented the 21 county Southwest Georgia district and was noted for Cairo’s high service per dollar. The conference was attended by nine public librarians regional librarians and lay people including Mrs H L Wingate of Pelham.
London July 21 AP The British Press Association reports Food Minister Strachey announced bread rationing in Britain will end exactly two years from its start. The forecast comes less than 24 hours after the statement.
A collage of early 20th century notes reports Mussolini probes, Harlem unrest with 2600 mob, Atlanta ministers oppose Al Smith, tobacco market setup on Guy Street, Jones names for warehouse staff, a seaplane crosses the Atlantic to Montreal, Florida and Georgia politics on federal aid, 1939 health program talk, and sports briefs on Frank Mulherin, Harmett, and Cubs and Orioles results.
Hours after Minister for Agriculture Tom Williams told the House that if weather cooperates British farm crops this year could hit the peak levels seen in 1943 44. The forecast hinges on favorable conditions for sowing and growing across the countryside.
Tess and Jane discuss rumors about Carl seen in Washington with a student. They debate trust and boredom in marriage while Aunt Mae’s gossip fuels tension and self examination of their relationships. The dialogue probes honesty, infidelity fears, and the role of gossip.
The Grand Jury of Thomas County, July Term 1948, recommends reimbursing M Dixon for tax fund shortfalls, bonding County Officers, detailed audits in contracts, and compensation for stemographer and clerk. They request publication in the official county organ and note the presentments be entered in court minutes.
Bainbridge Georgia July 21 Little Mary Ann Ward daughter of Norris Ward was honored Saturday afternoon with a lawn party for her second birthday. Thirty five of her little friends joined in games on the lawn. Ice cream and individual cakes were served as favors balloons lollypops and gum were given. The cake was white frosted with pink rosebuds and two pink candles.
The document dated the twentieth day of July in eighteen hundred forty eight records Judge Geo R Lilly serving as a Superior Court judge in Thomas County Georgia.
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